Victim Advocate

DeKalb Judicial Circuit

Victim Advocate

The Office of the DeKalb County District Attorney is currently accepting resumes for 1 (one) experienced Victim Advocate in our Child Crimes Unit which handles felonies where children have been victimized. We desire professionals with victim-centered advocacy experience, who will represent the wishes and interests of victims while working with several disciplines to achieve justice.

Advocates are trained professionals who assist and/or advocate for victims of crime (in accordance with (O.C.G.A.

• 17-17-1) in determining the best options in the aftermath of a crime, whether the victim participates in the civil or criminal justice system.
  
  

Compliance with the Crime Victims Bill of Rights, explanation of and information about the criminal justice system, administrative duties and coordination of resources within the community on behalf of victims. Specifically, the Victim Advocate will collaborate with prosecutors, investigators, and service providers, participate in multi-disciplinary team and case review meetings, participate in community awareness and education, and any other duties as directed by the Program Director

Preferred Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess a post-graduate degree in a social services related field, specific experience in victim dynamics related to child abuse, trafficking, domestic violence, sexual assault, homicide, and personal violence. The candidate must have experience working with children and young people and be able to demonstrate an ability to build rapport with this age population. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years prior experience working as a Victim Advocate in a prosecutor’s office advocating for, communicating with, and providing services to crime victims at the felony level. However, consideration will be given to candidates with strong-community based advocacy experience. Additionally, experience, either paid or volunteer, will be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written; must be detail-oriented; strong organizational and interpersonal skills are a must; must be able to work well in a team environment; must have the capacity to handle stress and exposure to challenging, often graphic content; must demonstrate a strong sense of personal responsibility and leadership skills, as well as a commitment to serving the community and working with the public. Additionally, the candidate must have a proficient working knowledge of human trafficking and child exploitation. The candidate must be flexible in their working hours. Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of a criminal background check.

Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and references by February 13, 2026 to Amanda Planchard, Victim Services Director.

Salary Range: Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.

Submit Resume And Cover Letter To

Email: ajplanchard@dekalbcountyga.gov